By Wendy Rose Gould
The
Caribbean is an increasingly popular place to hold a destination wedding. In addition to the beautiful scenery and seamlessly perfect weather, the Caribbean is convenient because there a number of regions to choose from, each with their own unique atmosphere and wedding venue selection. When deciding on the place to exchange vows, consider these Caribbean-based wedding venues.
The Inn at Robert's Grove, Belize
The Inn at Robert's Grove is a breathtaking, five-star resort that is ideal for a small Caribbean wedding. Whether you want your closest friends and family with your or want a wedding for two, this inn has all the wedding amenities and resources available to its guests. Staff members will help you arrange your marriage license, appoint a minister or justice of the peace, take care of flowers, cater your food and arrange a photographer. The Inn at Robert's Grove is next to the coast and offers honeymoon packages, as well. Also note that Belize is an English-speaking Caribbean nation.
The Inn at Robert's Grove
Placencia, Belize
Central America
011-501-523-3565
info@robertsgrove.com
www.robertsgrove.com
Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino
The Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino is on a sprawling 40 acres of Aruba's private beaches. It's a relatively new establishment and features 588 renovated rooms and suites in addition to a casino. The ambiance created is hip, chic, tropical and fun. It is ideal for weddings of any size or style. The Renaissance Convention Center has 22,000 feet of convention space, in addition to restaurants and bars, a spa and even cleverly placed hammocks. Nearby are shopping districts, plenty of dining options and a hopping night life.
Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino
L G Smith Boulevard 82
Oranjestad, Aruba
297-583-6000
marriott.com/hotels/travel/auabr-renaissance-aruba-resort-and-casino
Hamlet Oasis Resort, Bonaire
Bonaire is in the southern Caribbean Sea near the coast of Venezuela. It's part of an island trio that make up the Netherlands Antilles chain, a tropical and hurricane-free region (the other islands are Curacao and Aruba). Nestled along one of Bonaire's beaches is the Hamlet Oasis Resort, a top-notch resort that is also ideal for weddings of all shapes and sizes. It features beautiful cottages, one- or two-bedroom apartments and lush gardens that make for the perfect wedding location backdrop.
Kaya Gob. N.
Debrot 123, Bonaire,
Dutch Caribbean, N.A.
599-717-3988
www.hamletbonaire.com
About the Author:
Wendy Rose Gould is a professional journalist who has contributed to "Glamour" magazine and the Huffington Post, among other publications. After internships at the "Indianapolis Business Journal," "Kiwanis International" and "NUVO Newsweekly," she earned B.A. degrees in journalism and philosophy from Franklin College in 2008. Gould specializes in health, beauty and fashion topics.
